Canadians looking for a new car or SUV might be aware that market conditions have been quite upset in the past couple of years. A semi-conductor shortage led to shortages of new vehicles available for sale in Canada. Furthermore, our American neighbors to the south frequently receive much more attractive pricing on brand-new vehicles due to the USD/CAD conversion and how manufacturers price cars in Canada relative to the U.S. Fear not, however; supply chains are finally catching up, and many people are now paying sticker price or less on brand new cars which aren’t loaded to the gills. Without further ado, here’s a look at some of the most attractive new vehicle pricing this year.
Mitsubishi Mirage: $14,298 CAD
Mitsubishi’s Mirage small car starts at $14,298 msrp with a manual transmission (automatic transmission is optional), making it the most affordable new car in Canada. Behind the rear seats is 484L of cargo capacity, which increases to 1,331L with the seats folded down. A 7 inch multimedia touch screen enable control of audio, Bluetooth, and Apple Carplay/Android Auto. Steering wheel mounted controls enable phone and audio control as well. The Mirage doesn’t skimp on quality either, with a ten year, 160,000 km warranty.
Hyundai Venue: $23,306 CAD
Times have changed since the days of the late 1980’s Hyundai Excel; Hyundai now frequently tops quality ratings by J.D. Power. Now a leader in the crossover/SUV space, Hyundai frequently tops Canadian sales charts with models such as its popular Kona, starting at $25,306 delivered, and Tucson, which starts at $31,156 delivered. If you are really looking for a value-packed SUV, however, look no further than Hyundai’s Venue compact SUV crossover, starting at just $20,649 msrp plus fees. It comes with SmartSense safety features alerting you with radar and camera collision avoidance features in addition to lane departure warnings. A 5-year warranty with unlimited mileage will also give you piece of mind. And if you want an even cheaper way to get around, check out Hyundai’s $22,956-delivered Elantra sedan, with the same 5-year warranty and standard air conditioning.
Chevrolet Trax $24,498 CAD
An even more affordable option from Chevy is the all new Trax. Exciting to bargain hunters, it starts at just $24,498 and replaces a badly aging model. The new Trax is, without a doubt, the sharpest looking vehicle offered under twenty five grand in quite some time, and is sure to become a best-seller. Deceptively accommodating for a small SUV, the Trax comes standard with Chevrolet Safety Assist and Apple Carplay/Android Auto compatibility. Safety Assist has forward collision alerts, front pedestrian braking, following distance indicator, and high beam assist. 60/40 fold rear seats and comfortable seating for 5 mean that the Trax is the small SUV to get big things done with, featuring 161L of cargo space. Fun colors include cacti green, nitro yellow metallic, and cayenne orange metallic, or more subtle colors if you prefer like black, grey, and white.
Buick Envista $23,495 USD
Buick has a surprise offering in stock for the 2024 model year, though Canadian pricing has yet to be announced. The all-new Envista comes with curvaceous sportback styling reminiscent of much pricier offerings from manufacturers such as BMW; this Buick ain’t grandma’s Century. The first vehicle to debut Buick’s new triple shield logo, the Envista is starting in the U.S. at just $23,495 USD. It offers an ultrawide infotainment screen as well as active noise cancellation for a quiet ride inside. Higher trims with 18 inch wheels start at $25,195, and the range topper with heated front seats, leather trim, and 19 inch wheels starts at $29,695 USD. Keep an eye for it at Canadian dealers late this summer
Mitsubishi Outlander: $32,698 CAD
The Outlander is one of Canada’s best large size SUV bargains, starting at just $32,698 msrp with standard seating for seven. Mitsubishi stands behind its product with the only 10 year new car warranty in town. All wheel drive comes standard for harsh Canadian winters; six unique drive modes enable excellent handling and confidence across any surface. A 12.3 digital driver display and wireless phone connectivity enable quick easy access to both your phone and the car’s status. 8 different trim levels empower you to get a value packed SUV, or a reasonably priced luxury liner, replete with Semi-Aniline Leather Quilted cabin (starting at $42,998 CAD).
Kia Sportage: $31,644 CAD
In the mid-1990s, Kia broke onto the scene in North America with the highly affordable Sephia and the compact Sportage SUV. Like Hyundai, the days of Kias inducing embarrassment in schoolchildren are now long gone. The new Sportage, built in West Point, Georgia, pays design homage to Kia’s stunning all-electric EV6, a beautiful vehicle that looks like it just rolled off the concept-car auto show circuit. With all-LED lighting and a cornucopia of advanced interior technologies, the Sportage brings all the bells and whistles of upscale luxury vehicles to an affordable price point for Americans of all classes. Kia’s 5-year, 100,000 km warranty and #1 JD Power vehicle dependability rating means you can buy with confidence as well.
Chevrolet Equinox $30,347 CAD
Starting at $30,347 CAD for 2023, Chevy’s Equinox is an impressive SUV which couples eye-catching style with a versatile interior to maximize use of space. The optional RS package is a looker, with 19 inch dark wheels, black emblem package, LED headlamps, and red interior stitching. All Equinox models come standard with Chevy’s Infotainment System, which brings Apple Carplay and Android Auto capability right to your dashboard. And with a turbo 1.5L engine, the Equinox will scoot you along to wherever you need to go.
Nissan Qashqai: $28,742 CAD
Nissan has a handful of attractive SUV options in Canada. First, there is the all new 2023 Rogue, which starts just under $36k, and has brand new block-based styling that somewhat resembles the 1980s Pathfinder. For the savvy buyer looking for a deal, Nissan has a sleight of hand in store. Nissan is continuing to sell the previous iteration of the Rogue, calling it “Qashqai“, and giving it a discounted price tag. Starting under $30k, the Qashqai is still a brand new SUV, with Nissan Intelligent Mobility GPS system, 141 horsepower, a flexible cargo area, and has optional all wheel drive. The CVT automatic transmission means you won’t have to row-your-own gears. For an even cheaper car, the Nissan Kicks gives the Hyundai Venue a run for its money, starting at $24,372 with up to 7.2 L/100km combined and a 122hp motor.
Mazda3: $21,900 CAD
The fun-to-drive Mazda3 is Mazda’s entry level vehicle starting at just $21,900 CAD. Apple and Android smartphone integration to the 8.8 center display are standard, as is a 155 horsepower engine. A 191 hp 2.5L engine is optional, as is a 2.5 turbo with 250 horsepower and 320 lb-ft of torque. The 3 is a very fun vehicle to drive, and includes standard 8-way driver’s seat, 8 speaker stereo, auto headlights, rain sensing wipres, and advanced blind spot monitoring.
Subaru Crosstrek $31,685 CAD
The Subaru Crosstrek starts at $31,685 bringing a host of standard equipment to a very affordable price point. Subaru’s symmetrical all-wheel drive comes standard (as on all Subarus), and the Crosstrek comes with 8.7 inches of ground clearance and 17-inch wheels. Automatic Climate control means you can set your preferred temperature and the system will adjust, not a common option to find at this price point. A manual 6 speed transmission comes standard, also a rarity, or opt for the continuously variable transmission (automatic) model for a bit more. A choice of 2.0 or 2.5 liter boxer fours are available, ranging in horsepower from 152 to 182. Subaru also offers the even more affordable unrelated-but-similar Impreza hatch starting at $29,285 CAD.